Artist Support Grant

Artist Support Grant

Funder: Ashe County Arts Council Inc (in partnership with Alleghany Arts Council, Watauga Arts Council, and Wilkes Art Gallery; funded by the North Carolina Arts Council)

Status: Applications are currently open as of the website update

Award Amount

Generally $500 to $2,500, depending on:
• Amount of money each consortium raises
• Number of applicants
• Number of artists selected
• Types of projects funded

Note: Grant requests are sometimes partially funded depending on the requests. If requesting more than $2,500, applicants must clearly explain how they intend to pay for the project beyond what the grant covers.

Geographic Scope

Multi-county consortium: Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Watauga, and Wilkes counties, North Carolina

Eligible Applicants

• Working artists in all disciplines
• Not recommended for beginners or hobby artists unless transitioning to career with strong body of work
• Professors: May only apply if the project supports their career as an artist, not for university work or teaching

Fundable Project Types

• Creation of a new work
• Purchase of equipment
• Professional development workshops
• Travel support for professional opportunities (exhibitions, conferences)
• Development or upgrading of promotional materials (brochures, DVDs, CDs, websites)

Application Review

Jury of peers familiar with applicant's medium will review applications. Applicants selecting supplies or equipment must be prepared to justify why they need the items.

Important Notes

• Make reasonable requests
• Projects must be viable and able to be completed
• A jury of peers familiar with your medium will review your application

Contact Information by County

• Ashe: Joni Ray
• Alleghany: Cynthia Grant
• Watauga: Amber Bateman
• Wilkes: Marina Baxley

General Contact:

Phone: 336-846-2787

Email: info@ashecountyarts.org

Address: 303 School Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694

Hours: Monday-Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 10am-4pm